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HIGHLIGHTS BIGGA NATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 January, The Majestic Hotel Delegates arrive and register at The Majestic Hotel, Conference Office between 4.30pm and 6.30pm on Sunday 16 January followed by dinner at 7.30pm (Jacket and Tie must be worn). The new look Conference is held over the next two days, when speakers will present in-depth papers on four topics of interest to all greenkeepers.

While the marketing men are frantically pushing the Millennium Dome as the place to visit as soon as we can find a slot in our busy diaries, we at BIGGA are confident that you will already have marked off the third week in January for your annual trip to Harrogate.

BTME 2000 is set to outstrip all others, with many new initiatives and a new hall which means even more stands to visit and bigger and better displays for some of your favourite companies.

The Learning Experience, in association with Textron Turf Care and Specialty Products, carries the theme Past, Present and Future and will feature some in-depth papers by some of the leading experts in their respec-tive fields. In addition the workshop programme has been extended to five covering a range of on and off the golf course matters.

After the success of Frank Dick OBE as the Key Note and Motivational Speaker last year Simon Weston OBE takes the stage on the Wednesday morning this year. It should be a memorable talk.

As ever, tickets for the BTME Banquet are a rare com-modity, particularly for BTME 2 0 0 0 when the entertainment will be provided by The Bootleg Beetles, regarded as the world's leading Beetle tribute band, whose recreation of the Fab Four's music has been described as "fastidiously authentic".

In addition to those undoubted highlights, BTME 2000 will also boast a Careers Advice Clinic while there will be a chance to win some wonderful prizes and raise some money for Cancer Research at the same time.

BIGGA WORKSHOP PROGRAMME Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 January, The Majestic Hotel Delegates arrive and register at the Majestic between 4.30pm and 6.30pm on Sunday 16 January followed by dinner at 7.30pm (Jacket and Ties must be worn). Workshop 1 will prepare delegates for the next stages of Golf Course Design. Workshop 2 is designed to give Assistant Greenkeepers guidance on Golf Course Presentation. Workshop 3 will give delegates instruction on Written and Verbal Communication. Workshop 4 will give greenkeepers the skills and knowledge to maintain Golf Course Machinery and, finally, Workshop 5 is designed to introduce Greenkeepers to the art of Computing.

BTME SEMINAR PROGRAMME Wednesday 19, Thursday 20 and Friday 21 January, The Royal Hall The Past, Present and Future is the theme for the BTME Seminar Programme. Speakers from the USA, Canada, Europe and the UK will be presenting papers on a variety of subjects, ranging from personal experiences and lessons learned to advances in machinery technology. The BTME Seminar Programme, runs alongside the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition.

RUNNING GOLF COURSES IN THE 21 ST CENTURY Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 January, The Crown Hotel Delegates arrive and register at The Crown Hotel between 8.30am and 9.00am on Tuesday 18 January. This two day course is for those who manage and administer golf cours-es. The course is presented by STRI experts in all aspects of golf course design, construction, management and mainte-nance and includes a presentation by a BIGGA Course Manager. These two days will enable you to maximise the agronomic and financial potential of your golf course. It also includes a visit to the STRI trial grounds and laborato-ries and a visit to the BTME exhibition.

CAREERS ADVICE CLINIC New for 2000 is the BIGGA Careers Advice Clinic where Brin Bendon and Frank Newberry will be available to answer your questions on CV's, job application letters, inter-view techniques and negotiating your salary package, all helping you to get 'that job'.

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The Bootleg Beatles are one of Britain's most popular bands - quite an achievement for a group that never release records, but have achieved suc-cess through their immaculate re-creation of the sights and sounds of the Fab Four live on stage. Popular with all ages, the band are now in the fore-front of the contemporary music scene. Their appearances with Oasis in 1996 at Earl's Court, Knebworth, Cork and Loch Lomond won them huge new audiences of young fans. They have filled major venues all over the world, from the Royal Albert Hall to the Budokan in Tokyo, with their show containing Beatles music from 1964-1970. Recently described in the Daily Telegraph as "fastidiously authentic", the band members are self-confessed Beatles fanatics. Their proudest achievement is the often-heard comment after their shows, "It was just like watching the real thing". They have put in years of practice, study-ing records and video tapes, using all their skills as musicians and actors, to look and sound like the Beatles. Their hard work has paid off, as they are now acknowledged as the world's leading Beatles band.

THE GREAT BTME RAFFLE Proceeds from the Great BIGG A BTME Raffle will go the Imperial Cancer Research Fund. The Chanty is delighted to be involved with the project and has earmarked the money made to the White Rose Appeal which puts £1.5 million a year into two cancer research units at St James7 University Hospital, Leeds - otherwise known as Jimmy's. The first unit, headed by Professor Peter Selby, seeks to take basic knowledge acquired in the laboratory right through to the treatment of patients while the other, the Genetic Epidemiology Laboratory, headed by Professor Tim Bishop, is working to discover the hereditary element which is thought to play a role in about 5% of all cancers. Such a worthy cause, together with some wonderful prizes, should be great incentive to give generously when you receive your raffle ticket form on arrival at the Show. For further information on the Imperial Cancer Research Fund Tel: 0171 242 0200.

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Advan ta S t a n d - C3-4

Global grass seed breeder Advanta (formerly Mommersteeg and Sharpes International) is using BTME to launch its brand new portfolio of amenity grass seed mixtures. These are being presented to the market place as two distinct new brands - Advanta MM's, and Designer from Advanta. Each branded mixture has been formulated to produce a top quality sward, which is long-last-ing and easy to manage. There are mixtures for all sporting activities, including football, cricket, tennis and racing, and also for every landscaping and local authority requirement. Both ranges include the very latest cultivars to come out of Advanta's dedicated amenity grass seed breed-ing programme.

Amazone - B38

Amazone's new 02 series Groundkeeper will be exhibited with blade confiiguratins suitable for scarifying and heather rejuvenation. Additional information on mowing, mulching and collecting will be available on our stand to ensure existing and future users maximise on the wide variety of work applications that the Ground keeper will happily tackle. This season's Zero Turn Profii Hopper will also b on display with a 24.5HP, 3 cylinder diesel engine now being flitted as standard. This machine i capable of delivering high work rates in all weather conditions and is highly manoeuvrable.

A m e n i t y Technology - Q16

Six reasons to visit the Amenity Technology stand: 1. The most innovative products in the Amenity industry on display 2. The best promotions and new products at BTME, without a doubt. 3. The Bayco range of golf course accessories with many exciting new additions. 4. A chance to pick up your free ticket to the Amtec BTME reception, the most sought after ticket in town. 5. Great hospitality and informative, friendly advice, guaranteed. 6. Industry leading products such as The Andersons Fertiliser, Vertigo, Sustane, The Drencher Range, Crystal Clear all on show.

A v o n c r o p A m e n i t y P roduc ts - B6

Avoncrop Amenity Products have their latest catalogue available at BTME, demonstrating the unrivalled product range available to Course Managers. Our commitment is to offer choice and therefore the right solutions for each individ-ual situation. Take a look at our new section on microbial, organic and Biostimulant products. We are able to carry out soil analysis and pro-duce fertiliser programmes, give technical advice and highlight the right products and services to assist in keeping the course in tiptop condition. Some of our top selling ranges include Scotts, Barenbrug, Rhone-Poulenc, Green Releaf and numerous own brands, including the hugely suc-cessful Surf to Turf Seaweed range. Further details on 01934 820868

Bernha rd & Co L td - B31

Bernhard and Company, makers of the world famous Atterton's EXPRESS DUAL and ANGLE-MASTER machines, introduce new exciting grinders & specialist Golf Course tools. Express Dual and Anglemaster grinders enable mechanics to sharpen mowers in less than twen-ty minutes without dismantling anything. Contact free cutting results without lapping, the Blade-Rite 2000 spins, relief grinds and sharpens bottom blades all on one machine. The Rota-Rite 1000 is a high precision rotary blade grinder with internal vacuum. See the handy Relief grinder, Lapping machine & Rapid Facer-book FREE GRINDING Demonstration Days by visiting stand B31.

Bio ta l - Q 1 1 6

A revolutionary form of biological treatment for use in the professional turf and landscape mar-ket will be on display on the Pentagon Amenity Marketing stand (Q116) at BTME, Harrogate. Developed and manufactured by Biotal, these ecologically safe and highly effective products will be available through the Pentagon Group in the U.K. Biotal products have already been tried and tested on stadia and bowling greens as well as some of the leading golf courses, producing excellent results reliably and safely. Combining three products, the programme re-introduces, feeds and boosts benefiicial microbia concentrations in turf. The three products, known as Microbalance Biofeed and Microbooster, are also available for application separately. Microbalance is a unique blend of microbes researched, developed and produced in the UK. Selected for its ability to rebalance the soil micro-fllora, Microbalance replaces protectiv microbes destroyed by intensive use of toxic chemical treatments. Biofeed is a natural sea-weed extract, soil and folior feed, specifiical! selected for natural surfuctant content. Microbooster is an organic plant extract which creates a suitable environment for the develop-ment of benefiicial microbes within the soi prof i i le.

Br i t i sh Seed Houses - Q20

Visit the British Seed Houses stand and go one up. Turfgrass professionals joining the new Grade A Club can gain special discounts on approved training courses, as well as access to developments coming out of the UK's only amenity grass breeding programme at the Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research (IGER) near Aberystwyth. Greenkeepers will be able to hear how Avalon velvet bent is outperforming all other bents in terms of shoot density and fiineness of leaf Avalon produces the highest quality turf of any species under close, frequent mowing and has a much better low temperature, shade and drought tolerance than other bents. British Seed House is also sponsoring the Golf constructors' Association cocktail party which is being held on Wednesday evening 19 January 2000. Teh 01925 654411 Fax: 01925 230682 E-mail: bshwarr.co.uk

Char te rhouse - B32

Charterhouse Turf machinery welcomes visitors to their extended stand so that they may enjoy the various products from their four operating Divisions: TRACTOR DIVISION Introducing for the fiirst time a representativ range of Carraro Tractors including reversible tractors, articulated tractors and Local Authority multi-purpose tool carrying units. Also on show will be our range of ancillary Carraro equipment. The RICHMOND DIVISION will be presented, showing their wide range of hand tools, forestry equipment and tree surgery management equip-ment. All these items and many more are displayed within their new catalogue which will be available free to any visitors. The TURF MACHINERY DIVISION will be exhibiting its full range of Verti-Drain , Aeration, Seeding, Top Dressing and Scarifying/Sweeping machinery. The CONNOISSEUR DIVISION will have on its display its range of DR Trimmer/Mowers and Powerwagons, together with their latest intro-ductions.

Eagle P romot ions - A 1 9

EAGLE PROMOTIONS - Stand A19 Eagle Promotions provide an extensive range of services to Golf Clubs from the initial Course Measure through to Scorecards, Yardage Books and other Point of Play Accessories. This exhibi-tion will enable us to show our exciting choice of signage for the Golf Industry. Our signage is developing around our ability to create any image etched into zinc plate. The versatility of the etched plate also allows it to be used as a fllat pattern for bronze casting. Although th

cost is higher, the plaque is then virtually inde-structible. These mounted on Stone, Moulded Rock and Wood create truly spectacular sign systems.

Etesia UK L td - C43

After ten years selling one of the best cutting and collecting systems on the market, Etesia's competitors have now recognised the consider-able benefiits this uique concept offers users. The Etesia through-cut and collection system was fiirst introduced into the UK in 1989 and ha proved to be a real winner on all types of grass conditions, regardless of length and wetness. Where most other machines clog up, Etesia's Hydro100 and Hydro124D keep going, making grass cutting operations highly cost effective and profiitable. They certainly score when i comes to wild fllower meadows and conservatio areas and their quietness makes them ideal for noise sensitive areas. Only Etesia offers you original through-cut ride on mowers - tried and tested for over ten years. "Seeing is believing" - before buying new machin-ery check out an Etesia by booking your free demonstration.

Greensward D i rec t - Q86

True-Surface have a free offer on their stand that you can't afford to miss! The fiirst 50 visitors each day will receive deluxe conference folder, so make sure that stand No. 86 in Hall Q is your fiirst call! On display will be the new True-Surface Power Roller. Just like the well proven triple mower attachments, this new self powered pedestrian version is a lightweight roller using high frequen-cy vibrations to gently shake the surface particles of the green back into place, creating consistently fast and true playing surfaces. The triple mower roller attachments will also be on display including the new model to fiit th John Deere 2500.

Hayter L td • 2 2 + 4 1

It is uncommon to approach a major exhibition with severe doubts concerning the availability of product to display. Following an exceptional sea-son, Hayter hope they will be able to exhibit two new fiive unit mowers : the T424, a replacemen for the highly respected T44 and, making its debut at BTME, the new FM 524 fairway machine. Both of these machines represent the policy of continual development which has helped to position Hayter at the forefront of the market sectors it serves. If the machines are not present, cardboard cut-outs will be used ! What will be on show will be the very successful LT324 triple cylinder mower and the highly acclaimed R314 three unit rotary machine. These will be complemented by a Greensmower56 pedestrian mower, the evergreen Condor pedes-trian rotary and reelcutter and other models from the Hayter range.

Headland A m e n i t y - Q25

Multigreen controlled release fertilisers for turf, manufactured by Haifa Chemicals, will feature strongly at BTME as part of the comprehensive range of turf care products available from Headland Amenity Products. Now a proven market leader among turf fertilis-ers in the UK, the Multigreen range includes a choice of products which provide 5-6 month nutrition for coarse, close mown or fiine turf. Headland has pioneered the use of the fiine tur formulations (Multigreen Mini) as a season long 'base feed', used in combination with supplemen-tary liquid feeding, allowing close control of turf response. Headland will also exhibit Multi-K Mini Prill from Haifa, along with its other ranges of liquid and granular feeds, seaweeds, wetters and turf chemicals.

John Deere - C32-33

Designed for easy servicing and increased pro-ductivity on golf courses and in parks and public areas, the new John Deere 1600 wide area

mower is the company's fiirst commercial rotar machine to use hydraulic mower drive. This incorporates an Eaton axial piston pump, which transfers power more effiiciently compare with gear type pumps and motors, especially in touch working conditions. John Deere's straightforward two pedal forward and reverse foot control combines with a three lever mower deck lift control for easy operation. Good traction is also provided by the two s transaxle with standard differential lock and mechanical four wheel drive on demand.

Kubo ta - A 3 5

Every product to be shown on Kubota's stand A 35 at BTME 2000 has been newly introduced over the past year. From the 35hp, 37hp and 45hp Grandel L Series tractors with their upgraded high visibility cabs to the revolutionary AM3300 ride-on triple cylinder mower with hop-per grass collector, Kubota continues to bring important advances to turf management and mechanisation. The new B1410 14hp compact tractor will be at Harrogate as will Kubota's G18 GlideCut mower - the world's fiirst triple throug-cut mower with rear collector - and the T1760, a 1.2m cut ride-on mower with water-cooled petrol engine.

M a r l w o o d - C40

The latest range of Articulator rotary mowers will be on display. The range gives a cost effec-tive quality fiinish to turf cut from 1" to 6". New, launching at BTME, the trailed 7 deck Model 721XR is an innovative design. Boasting a cutting width of 132", with low-maintenance, high-effiiciency deck design and streamline hydraulic lift system for easier maintenance and transportation. The 425D ride-on is already proving to be an enormous success. This 96" out-front 38hp ride-on has a low centre of gravity, zero turning and height of cut adjustment within a few seconds. To view the complete range including the new 621ER and the 325 series visit our stand.

Ocmis I r r iga t ion- A 5

Ocmis are experts in irrigation system design and installation for all golf course, sports turf and landscape areas. We are distributors for Rain Bird, Buckner and Hunter irrigation prod-ucts and can supply/service equipment manufactured by other companies. Ocmis have unique in house design capabilities ensuring that the requirement of each client are individually met, this coupled with a marketing agreement with Textron provides the ultimate irrigation

For more information or a no obligation survey and design, contact Ocmis Irrigation (UK) Ltd Head Offiice 01460 241939, Scotland Offii 0131 220 2102, Ireland Offiice (00353) 1 23 4020.

Rhone-Poulenc - Q2

Rhone Poulenc Amenity is planning to exhibit as the newly formed 'Aventis'* Come and talk to us about your problems with your weed, disease or pest control in turf. There is a new tank mix recommendation for Mildothane Turf Liquid, bringing a new active into the Amenity market and offering a wide spectrum of weed control and a very fast mode of action. Our 'number one' fungicide Rovral Green® has been found to be harmless to benefiicial tur fungi (mycorrhiza) while still being as effective against pathogenic species, which leads to added benefiits in turf, such as increased resi-tance to drought, pests and diseases. You will have the chance to use our new CD-Rom version of the product manual on the stand. There is also information on our new web site. *The formation of Aventis has been approved by the shareholders of Rhone-Poulenc and Hoechst, but is still subject to the approval by the various authorities concerned and to the successful com-pletion of the exchange offer. Integration will be subject to information exchange and consultation of the workers' representatives.

Rigby Taylor • Q29

Rigby Taylor, a BIGGA Gold Key Member, will be displaying their wide range of products and ser-vices. Their new fungicide 'Fusonil' Turf will be featured along with their other chemical prod-ucts including the turf selectives 'Bastion' T and 'Greenor', and the pre and post emergence her-bicide 'Casoron' G. The fertiliser range will also be displayed along with their Grass Seed portfo-lio which includes new varieties for 2000. The MASCOT Specialities range will also be on show including 'Integrate', 'Blockade', 'Amino-sorb' and Profile.

The Scotts Company - B4+B33

Scotts launch new liquids at BTME. Scotts UK Professional will be launching a com-prehensive new range of liquid fertilisers designed to give greenkeepers and groundsmen the option of fast, flexible turf growth control. Available in a range of nutrient formulations, new Greenmaster Liquids are easy to apply and can be used in combination to achieve precision in turf response. The benefits of the new turf growth management tool Shortcut, which have halve the amount of time grounds and greenkeeping staff need to spend on mowing grass, will also be demonstrat-ed. Shortcut can free up valuable man-hours for deployment on more meaningful tasks through its unique action in reducing grass growth rate without sacrificing sward vigour and appearance. Shortcut contains the new active ingredient trinexapac-ethyl, and has successfully reduced mowing requirements by 50 per cent on fairways and tees. Crucially, turf responds positively to treatment with Shortcut, with trial sites also reporting enhanced colour, thickening of the sward and improved root development following application. The comprehensive Scotts Product Guide to fer-tilisers and chemicals for the turf and amenity markets will be available. Call on the stand for a free copy.

Sisis Equipment - Q5

SISIS have moved to a much larger stand in Hall Q to accommodate their increased range of golf course maintenance machinery which now includes ride-on triples and gangmowers (designed and manufactured in the UK), Grainskeeper rotating brush, Soil Relievers and soil shredders. In fact, SISIS now offer around 120 different machines for all aspects of turf care. Come and talk to us on Stand Q5.

Sovereign Turf Ltd - Q55

Everybody has dreams and professional turf managers are no different. If you come to the new Sovereign Turf stand Q55 opposite the main registration desk in hall Q we will turn some of those dreams into reality. We can't do anything about your budgets but we can offer quality turf and grass seed second to none at realistic prices. We also provide advice and an excellent after sales service. If you dream of quality prod-ucts delivered on time and at the right price, then come and talk to Steve Williams and Mac Bailey about the reality from Sovereign Turf Ltd.

Supaturf - A27

Supaturf celebrates 40 years of serving the industry at the Show 40 years ago Superturf Products Ltd was incor-porated and immediately set about the task of serving the sports turf industry. Now, 40 years on, they are still at the forefront of the industry offering such world leading products as the unsurpassable Primer 604 through to the irre-pressible SS/D semi organic fine turf fertiliser. It is also 20 years since Supa turf introduced wetting agents to Europe with AquaGro and therefore 20 year anniversary of working closely with The Aquatrols Corporation of America who invented the whole science 45 years ago in the USA. Supaturf have a lot to celebrate at BTME in 2000 and look forward to meeting at the show with their clients from around the world, who will help to keep the celebrations going.

Textron - A23

Textron Turf Care and Speciality Products have become synonymous with a range of quality products for turf care management, and in par-ticular the golf sector. Visit our stand and view the key products from such renowned brands as Cushman, E-Z-GO, Iseki, Jacobsen, Ransomes and Ryan. New products to be launched at BTME will include the new range of Ransomes Compact Tractors, the Iseki TK 456 tractor and the very latest E-Z-GO TXT golf car with the revolutionary Precision Drive System (PDS). Also on display will be the Ransomes Super Certes pedestrian cylinder mower featuring the new OPC system; the Jacobsen Tri-King with new ISO mounting; the Jacobsen LFD-3800 fair-way mower with Mauser cab; and the Ransomes AR 250 rotary mower with side discharge. And finally, in this ever-changing industry where you need to keep up-to-date with best practice, don't forget to visit The Learning Experience Seminars, sponsored by Textron.

Toro • B35

Toro starts the new millennium as it left the old -with the launch of a string of superb new innova-tive turf maintenance products sure to attract great interest from greenkeepers and grounds-men. Hot on the heels of its hugely successful revolutionary Reelmaser 3100 Sidewinder triple cylinder mower, Toro is introducing a rotary ver-sion in which also all three cutting decks shift from side to side up to 24in for mowing bunker overhangs, aprons and other edges. It has a great ability to follow ground contours and cut without scalping. Also making its debut is the stylish new Workman 2100 mid-duty utility vehi-cle with unique 'twister' suspension for superior traction and stability. The new Greenmaster 3250-D joins it. This is the latest in the line of Toro's world-beating Greensmaster triplex mow-ers and has a powerful diesel engine and unique cutting unit suspension to follow ground con-tours smoothly. The new products are joined by a wide selection of other Toro equipment including fairway mowers and aerators.

Turfgrass Services - A31

The custom turf growing service that Inturf offer to greenkeepers has developed into a major department for the Company with a number of different types being grown at any one time, from traditional fescue/bent mixtures to straight creeping bent grass, all grown on USGA type rootzones. Usually the Company needs 12 months notice of requirement but any turf type on any rootzone can be ordered for supply only (small or big rolls) or fully installed. Also the ITM movable modular turf system is catching on fast for golf tee applications, where sections of a teeing area can be replaced or repositioned to minimise wear and tear. For more information please contact our Head Office at The Chestnuts, Wilberfoss, York, Y041 5NT, Telephone 01759 321000 Facsimile: 01759 380130 e-mail info@inturf.co.uk

Weed Free • Q33

Weed Free, first time exhibitors at BTME, will be using the show to launch major new expansion plans for the year 2,000. The company, which has enjoyed substantial growth since 1996 and pioneered the use of shrouded booms within the contract spraying sector, is posed to diversify in a new direction. Details will be announced at a PRESS PICNIC in the Kings Suite at 10.30 am on Wednesday 19 January and subsequently available on the Weed Free stand Q33. Information on the company's ever popular spraying courses, will also be available, along with full details of Weed Free's amenity spraying services. Contact the company on FREE PHONE 0800 068 0878

Barenbrug - A20

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The name of which Yorkshire town is on the lips of every greenkeeper around the turn of the year? A. Scarborough B. Harrogate C. Ripon D. Wetherby.

If that came up on a well known quiz show you wouldn't need to either phone a friend or ask the audience and Chris Tarrent wouldn't have time to start his facial contortions

Harrogate has become a second home to everyone in the fine turf industry and it is the thought of returning to this warm and friendly town that keeps many greenkeepers going through the early part of the winter.

Few locations can match the delights of Harrogate and when the business of the day has been completed at Harrogate International Conference Centre right in the heart of the town the opportunities which the town offers up in the evening are wide and varied.

To eat you can choose from Italian, Spanish, British, Mexican, American, French, Indian and Chinese.

You can move on to the Carrington's Night Club or Jimmy's Night Spot or take in an evening at Harrogate Theatre.

Those with a love of history might be interested in the Royal Pump Rooms or the Royal Baths for which the Spa town made its name.

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Set within a beautiful mature parkland estate, the 18-hole golf course offers a superb playing experience. Every hole is bordered by ancient oak and beech trees with the meandering river Ure regularly coming into play to provide golfers of all levels with an exciting challenge. The Manor is the perfect setting for corporate and society golf events, able to cater for all levels of hospitality. It boasts a fine brasserie. A full range of golf event packages are available along with country, overseas and corporate memberships. If you love golf, you are sure to love Aldwark Manor. We look forward to seeing you very soon.

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Delaine Hotel Beautiful licensed bed and breakfast, situated only minutes from the centre of Harrogate and the International Conference Centre.

Owned and run by Peter Thompson, ex-Liverpool and England International footballer and wife Debbie.

All our en-suite bedrooms are beautifully decorated and have colour television, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and direct-dial telephone.

Private car park with ample spaces.

Delaine Hotel, 17, Ripon Road, Harrogate HG1 2JL Tel: 01423-567974 Fax: 10423 561723

Cairn Hotel The recently refurbished Cairn Hotel is situated minutes walk from the town and conference centre.

With ample parking, this must be the ideal Hotel to choose while attending BIGGA. Spacious lounges, great atmosphere in Bar, beautiful Restaurant. Excellent function rooms for both large and small parties.

All our bedrooms are en suite with colour television, radio, tea and coffee making facilities and direct dial telephone.

Cairn Hotel, Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2JD Tel: 01423 504005 Fax: 01423 500056

Rose Manor Hotel Horsefair, Boroughbridge.

Central location within 1/2 mile Exit 48 A1 (M). Country house hotel, luxury accommodation, all rooms with satellite TV, phone and modem points, etc.

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Pine Marten

Located opposite Harlow Gardens and 5 minutes drive from the town centre of Harrogate is The Pine Marten. We are a traditional pub with old values and offer our guests good food with generous portions and an excellent choice of wines & beers available by the glass or bottle. Open Daily Monday - Saturday 11.00- 11.00 pm. Last orders for food 9.45 pm. Sunday 12.00 - 10.30 pm. Last orders for food 9.15 pm. We also have 11 en-suite bedrooms of individual character, each room has all essentials to make your stay pleasant and enjoyable. Our meeting room can accommodate 25 people and has the main business facilities available in a more informal atmosphere. Room Rates: £55.00 Double £45.00 Single, including English breakfast. Meeting Room: Excellent Value £55.00-full day. £35.00-part day.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Your home from home in Harrogate Good food, a warm welcome and a well stocked bar are the hallmarks of the Green Park. The friendly, professional staff are there to look after you while you relax.

The hotel is opposite the superb Valley Gardens which lead down to the conference centre.

***SPECIAL FOR BIGGA***

JUST £35.00 B&B per person per night sharing a twin bedded room and ONLY £40.00 B&B per night in a single bedded room.

The Pine Marten, Otley Road, Beckwith Knowle, Harrogate, Yorkshire HG3 1 PR Tel: 01423 533091 Fax: 01423 533092